Phil Taylor

The Greatest Darts Player of All Time (16x World Champion), Record Winner of 214 Tournaments & PDC Hall of Fame Inductee.

Phil Taylor’s Biography:

Phil Taylor, known globally as “The Power,” is widely recognised as the greatest darts player of all time. His career, spanning three decades, is one of unparalleled dominance in British sport, resulting in a record 214 professional tournament victories, including 85 major titles. Taylor’s influence extends beyond the numbers, as he transformed the perception of darts from a pub game to a high-stakes, televised global sport, setting a benchmark for peak performance, commitment, and longevity that remains unmatched by any other athlete in his field.

Taylor’s success began under the mentorship of five-time World Champion Eric Bristow. He rapidly transitioned from a factory worker earning £50 a week to a worldwide phenomenon. His achievements include an astonishing sixteen World Darts Championships, a feat considered insurmountable. He became the first darts player to break the £1,000,000 prize money ceiling following his 2006 World Championship win. Known for his relentless determination and peak performance, Taylor also holds the record for the most televised nine-dart finishes (11 in total), with his double nine-dart finish against James Wade at the 2010 World Championships being a unique achievement that has never been replicated.

Taylor was instrumental in the professionalisation of the sport, becoming a founding member of the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) in 1993. His consistent presence at the top level is highlighted by his record 29th World Championship appearance in 2018 before retiring from professional play. His legacy was formally recognised with his induction into the PDC Hall of Fame in 2011.

Since retiring in 2018, Phil Taylor has become a highly sought-after speaker. He is known for his down-to-earth personality and entertaining, anecdotal style. He translates the mindset required for success in high-stakes environments—like winning World Championships—into compelling keynotes for corporate audiences. He offers genuine insight into achieving goals, maximising success, and performing under extreme pressure.

Why Hire Phil Taylor?

Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor is the ultimate speaker on high-level sporting success, professional dominance, and resilience. As the greatest darts player of all time, with an unprecedented 16 World Championship titles, he provides powerful, firsthand insight into Performing Under Pressure and the psychological discipline required to Maximise and Maintain Success over three decades. Book Phil for an engaging, anecdotal, and motivational keynote that connects world-class achievement directly to business goals.

Phil Taylor’s Career Highlights:

Below showcases Phil Taylor’s inspirational career highlights throughout the world of darts:

• 2025 – Appointed Darts Pundit: Took on a new role as a commentator and pundit for the MODUS Super Series, beginning a new chapter in his career following his full retirement from competitive play.
• 2018 – Appeared in a record 29th World Championship before he retired from professional play.
• 2017 – Won a record 16th World Matchplay title, securing his final major championship win.
• 2013 – Won a record 16th World Championship title, cementing his legacy as the sport’s greatest.
• 2012 – Won a fifth consecutive World Matchplay title, a historic achievement in the tournament’s history.
• 2011 – Inducted into the PDC Hall of Fame, recognising his foundational role and success.
• 2010 – Hit the first-ever televised double nine-dart finish in history (two perfect legs in one match).
• 2006 – Became the first darts player to break the £1,000,000 prize money ceiling by winning the World Championships.
• 1993 – Became a founding member of the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), driving the sport’s professional split.
• 1990 – Won his first World Championship title, defeating his mentor Eric Bristow.
• 1988 – Won his first-ever professional title, signalling his arrival on the world stage.